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What does slightly chipped glass produce? (70-200 f/2.8 IS)

Started Sep 23, 2017 | Questions thread
Scott Larson Veteran Member • Posts: 7,505
Re: What does slightly chipped glass produce? (70-200 f/2.8 IS)

I managed to put a small chip into the front element of my 24-105mm. All it does it make this round flare sometimes.

I "fixed" it by putting a small piece of black tape over the chip. Yes, I have no shame.

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